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The United States remains committed to Romania as a trusted NATO ally and strategic partner, US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said on Wednesday, October 29, following Washington’s decision to reduce its troop presence in the country. Defense minister Ionuț Moșteanu noted that around 800 US troops will be pulled back primarily from the Mihail…

Film festivals, Halloween events and a chamber music festival make for a busy weekend in Bucharest, while Brașov hosts a horror and fantasy film fest. In Bucharest: SoNoRo October 31 – November 9 The chamber music festival celebrates its 20th anniversary at this edition, titled Romanian Rhapsody. The opening concert takes place at the National…

The Romanian Parliament’s Chamber of Deputies greenlit a request from opposition parties Alliance for the Union of Romanians (or AUR), SOS Romania, and the Party of Young People (or POT) to establish an inquiry commission into the October 17 explosion at the residential building in southern Bucharest. Three people died in the blast, which was…

Two new studies centering on Romanians’ purchasing habits in connection with the yearly discount event known as Black Friday show a starkly different image compared to previous years. The findings suggest Romanians traded impulsivity for strategic planning.   According to the latest Cargus survey conducted among 1,036 urban respondents, seven in ten Romanians are tracking desired…

Colorful foliage, tranquil surroundings, and plenty of nature to explore: from mountain towns to wine-country escapes, we’ve selected below several options for an autumn break. Buzău Land This area, located in the southeastern part of the country, in the Carpathian bend, has been a UNESCO Geopark since 2022. It’s a completely rural area that offers…

Beyond Business School, founded by serial entrepreneurs Andra Ghibuțiu and Grégoire Vigroux, today announced the launch of the 3rd edition of its executive program in Bucharest. Designed for ambitious professionals ready to accelerate their careers, the program combines internationally accredited courses, hands-on business training, and direct access to top industry leaders. Starting January 9, 2026,…

The sound of jazz will once again fill Oradea this November as the ORA Jazz Festival returns for its sixth edition, bringing together artists from across Europe and beyond. The festival will take place between November 14 and 16 at the Oradea State Philharmonic and the Sion Neolog Synagogue. This year’s edition features performers from…

Join us in this enlightening episode of Voices of Romania, where host Dylan Delhommois sits down with the inspiring Calin Matei, the CEO of Groupama Asigurări Romania. Together, they explore the evolution of leadership during uncertain times, focusing on the critical elements of trust, adaptability, and the power of personal connections. Calin takes us on…

The volume of new retail projects completed in Romania during the first nine months of 2025 has already exceeded the total recorded for the entire previous year, according to data from Cushman & Wakefield Echinox’s ‘Romania Retail Marketbeat Q3 2025’ report. According to the real estate consultancy company, 2025 is shaping up to be the…

This autumn has marked an extraordinary chapter for InterContinental Athénée Palace Hotel, as the iconic Bucharest landmark has been recognized with three major international distinctions that reaffirm its position among Europe’s most refined destinations. At the World Travel Awards 2025, InterContinental Athénée Palace proudly received the title of “Romania’s Leading Hotel”, a recognition that celebrates…